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24 Apr 2025
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I am a retired hotel/restaurant manager and former owner of a tour company. After retirement, I opted to remain in Phan Thiet, Vietnam rather than return to my previous home in San Francisco. I am a gay man who has never been married, but I 'adopted' a Vietnamese family twenty years ago and then built a home on a hectare of land in Phan Thiet, where six of us currently live.
Since retirement in 2016, I have been helping the owner of the resort I had previously managed as his on-site representative. Intially I invited Workaway volunteers to help at our adjacent property, but when foreign tourism had returned to Vietnam after the pandemic, we closed the other resort and so I started inviting workaway volunteers to help at the resort which I had managed before retiring. A large majority of our foreign guests are from Europe, so, we felt that workaway volunteers could help the staff members improve their English, German and French, plus help them to bridge the divide between Vietnamese and foreign cultures. We have between 40 and 50 employees that work in the F&B department and upwards of 250 resort employees in all the departments.
We are looking for volunteers willing to stay a minimum of three months to teach English, or help with guest relations throughout the resort.
Unlike many of the properties that host workawayers, this is a luxury resort, so we require all volunteers to come with dark trousers (preferably black, but any dark trousers will do) and decent shoes (no slippers). We provide company shirts to wear. Also, any visible tattoes on your arms must be covered up while you are working in guest services or in any way representing the resort. This would not apply to English teachers who would not interact with the guests, but would only teach English to our staff. Our uniform shirts are light brown with short sleeves, so if you need to wear a shirt uderneath to cover tattoes on your arms, then try to have one that will go with our uniform.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Hospitality/Tourism
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They would be staying at a beautiful large four-star garden resort on a wide sandy beach. The resort is within two kilometres of the market in the center of Mui Ne; a very traditional Vietnamese fishing community with over 10,000 residents. They can learn from the local staff and the local people about Vietnamese culture and they can share aspects of their cultures with these people. At the same time, they can participate in many of the same activities that tourists come to Mui Ne, Phan Thiet to experience.
Help
Volunteers to help the guest relations staff to communicate with guests throughout the resort, plus teach English to the staff. Our major market is Germany, so we need native German speakers mostly between October and April. We also have a lot of French and Korean guests, so we need volunteers who speak their languages, as well.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Vietnamese: Intermediate
Accommodation
Private accommodations within the resort and three meals per day.
What else ...
There are a number of local attractions, such as the sand dunes, the fairy stream, the largest reclining Buddha in Southeast Asia atop a nearby mountain, and historical and cultural sites, such as the 1,100 year old Cham Towers. Also, the resort itself offers a number of activities, such as kite surfing, (November to April), kayaking, SUP Boarding, yoga and tai chi, walking tours of Mui Ne and spa services. Plus, we have facilities for volleyball, tennis, badminton, ping pong, children's games and football.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 737431558863
Feedback (32)
22 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Stephan ) for host
All of the praise here for this resort is correct. This is a well managed, lovely place in a beautiful location which offers a high level of comfort.
My highlights included:
- the climate
- the sunrises at the beach
- the luscious breakfasts
- the beauty of the garden
- the architecture of the lobby and the restaurant
- excursions by bicycle,… read more
My highlights included:
- the climate
- the sunrises at the beach
- the luscious breakfasts
- the beauty of the garden
- the architecture of the lobby and the restaurant
- excursions by bicycle,… read more
13 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Radosław Piotr)
Radoslaw (Radek) is very service oriented, has excellent communication skills and speaks four different languages. Sometimes he was asked to give welcome presentations to our new arrivals. Our Resort has a capacity for over 500 guests, so the audience for these presentations was often quite large and consisted of guests from a number of European… read more
(Excellent
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12 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Radosław Piotr) for host
If you want to relax in a beautiful resort with good accommodation and dining conditions and/or gain some experience in hospitality or teaching, this place might be the right choice for you!
I spent two months and one week at the resort from October 2024 to January 2025, helping with guest relations. Guest relations work involves assisting at the… read more
I spent two months and one week at the resort from October 2024 to January 2025, helping with guest relations. Guest relations work involves assisting at the… read more
30 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Fabrice Dominic) for host
I really appreciated the stay at this place. I worked as a Tour Guide for the walking tour to the fishing village which was so enriching. In the mornings and afternoons I could talk a lot to the guests in the restaurant, at the reception, pool and beach to see if they need something. As a volunteer you can also do the welcome meeting for new… read more
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22 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Stephan ) for host
All of the praise here for this resort is correct. This is a well managed, lovely place in a beautiful location which offers a high level of comfort.
My highlights included:
- the climate
- the sunrises at the beach
- the luscious breakfasts
- the beauty of the garden
- the architecture of the lobby and the restaurant
- excursions by bicycle,… read more
My highlights included:
- the climate
- the sunrises at the beach
- the luscious breakfasts
- the beauty of the garden
- the architecture of the lobby and the restaurant
- excursions by bicycle,… read more
13 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Radosław Piotr)
Radoslaw (Radek) is very service oriented, has excellent communication skills and speaks four different languages. Sometimes he was asked to give welcome presentations to our new arrivals. Our Resort has a capacity for over 500 guests, so the audience for these presentations was often quite large and consisted of guests from a number of European… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Radosław Piotr) for host
If you want to relax in a beautiful resort with good accommodation and dining conditions and/or gain some experience in hospitality or teaching, this place might be the right choice for you!
I spent two months and one week at the resort from October 2024 to January 2025, helping with guest relations. Guest relations work involves assisting at the… read more
I spent two months and one week at the resort from October 2024 to January 2025, helping with guest relations. Guest relations work involves assisting at the… read more
30 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Fabrice Dominic) for host
I really appreciated the stay at this place. I worked as a Tour Guide for the walking tour to the fishing village which was so enriching. In the mornings and afternoons I could talk a lot to the guests in the restaurant, at the reception, pool and beach to see if they need something. As a volunteer you can also do the welcome meeting for new… read more
28 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jay) for host
Steve is a most generous host and Mui Ne is a quaint corner of the world. I am so appreciative to have spent 3 months in one of the more fascinating countries in the world teaching English to some of the kindest, hard-working people I have met. It was a wonderful opportunity to not only teach but to develop training outlines, material and tests. I… read more
24 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Marc & Tsering) for host
We had a wonderful time at the Resort. Steve is a very friendly and generous host.
We immediately took all of our new employees to our hearts and really appreciated our time with all of them. It was our first workaway experience and we can only recommend it. We already miss all the people and the wonderful resort.
Thank you for everything
We immediately took all of our new employees to our hearts and really appreciated our time with all of them. It was our first workaway experience and we can only recommend it. We already miss all the people and the wonderful resort.
Thank you for everything
7 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Marc & Tsering)
Marc and Tsering were Workaway volunteers at the resort for two months this year, starting in late Spring and extending to early summer. They were two of the best Workawayers that all of us at the resort have ever had the privilege to work with and our only disappointment was that they left early. They did everything that was requested of them… read more
(Excellent)
6 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Fabio & Silvia) for host
This was our first work away experience, we stayed at the resort with Steve and his staff for a month and a half and has been an experience we'll never forget!
We were integrated by the staff as part of the "family" right from the start. We contributed by working in the restaurant (Fabio) helping with communication with foreign customers and… read more
We were integrated by the staff as part of the "family" right from the start. We contributed by working in the restaurant (Fabio) helping with communication with foreign customers and… read more
30 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Christiane) for host
The time at the resort flew by very quickly. I really enjoyed my work. I was assigned to look after the guests. When the work was assigned, my wishes were taken into account (as far as circumstances allowed). The room had a private bathroom and was well furnished. The food was delicious and plentiful. Peter and Steve were always willing to listen… read more
7 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christiane)
Christiane was here for a few months beginning in December and continuing through the early part of this year, which is our busy season. We assigned her to do guest relations, focusing primarily on our many German speaking guests. She was very good at the job and eager to help in any way she could. I highly recommend her to any Workaway host… read more
(Excellent)
25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Having spent almost 3 weeks here is the best decision I have made on my travels in Vietnam and something I would recommend to everyone. This Resort is amazing!! I loved it! The beach, the garden, my own room with bathroom, the great breakfast 😍. Everyone will love this place and miss it so much after. I do!
The help in itself is very easy but it… read more
The help in itself is very easy but it… read more
17 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Aleexx) for host
I enjoyed my 2,5 months at this resort. My task was to help the hotel with being the person the European and German guests can relate with, as there were no permanent western employees. I had to guide a walking tour through Mui Ne or give a welcome reception that's happening daily for the new guests. The rest of the time my job consisted of… read more
22 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Loris)
Loris was an extremely versatile and helpful workawayer. Originally, he applied almost a year ago to come here in April. However, our sales director at the time asked that he put off his trip and come to the resort in November to help with the holiday festivities. He agreed and arrived in November, only to learn that the sales responsibilities had… read more
(Excellent)
8 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Loris) for host
I had the pleasure to volunteer at this luxury resort for two full months. Steve and the management are very helpful. I left on the 16 January 2024, because I wanted to see other parts of Vietnam. After volunteering at hostels around Asia, and teaching English in rural areas for nearly a year to have my own private room felt like a great treat. I… read more
5 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Marija)
Marija was delight to have at the resort teaching English. She was very professional and had a teaching plan for staff from every department and at all levels of ability. When she offered to stay an additonal three months to continue teaching, we didn't hesitate to agree. We highly recommend her for any workaway post and know that whatever tasks… read more
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Marija) for host
It was my great pleasure to join this beautiful resort and its wonderful team, and teach English to the Vietnamese employees who are so friendly and sweet. I felt like a part of a big community, and had so many opportunities and experiences only a Vietnamese local would!
I am very thankful to Steve and Minh Anh who look after the "Workaway'ers". I… read more
I am very thankful to Steve and Minh Anh who look after the "Workaway'ers". I… read more
2 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Robin & Florian )
Florian and Robin were two of the best workawayers we have hosted at the resort. Their assignments were to help the local staff in our restaurants and lounge to communicate with guests from around the world, as not all of our F&B staff are fluent in English. Most of our customers in the period that Florian and Robin were here were from European… read more
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Robin & Florian ) for host
We had a great experience doing the workaway at the resort. We didn’t knew what to expect but this was for sure over our expectations!
Me and my boyfriend have a hospitality background so we were put into the bar and restaurant. It is a bit difficult to communicate with them but when you get to know them a bit, it will become easier. At first we… read more
Me and my boyfriend have a hospitality background so we were put into the bar and restaurant. It is a bit difficult to communicate with them but when you get to know them a bit, it will become easier. At first we… read more
9 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sumit) for host
Volunteering at the Beach Resort in Mui Ne, Phan Thiet, Vietnam was an incredible experience. Teaching English to the staff was immensely fulfilling. The resort's breathtaking location and tranquil setting provided an ideal backdrop for learning. The staff's enthusiasm and commitment to improving their English skills were truly impressive. I was… read more
3 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Assiya) for host
Amazing experience overall, I worked as a Guest relations, initially I thought I will stay only one month, but ended up staying three months. My job was very versatile, so it was very interesting and my colleagues at the Front office were the nicest people. I mostly took care of German guests, checked them in, solved their problems and also did… read more
1 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Assiya)
Amen was one of the best Workawayers we have hosted here. She is extremely bright and personable. Because she spoke both English and German fluently, she was assigned at our front desk as a guest relations person to assist the local staff as new guests checked into the resort from Germany and English speaking countries. She also guided some tours… read more
(Excellent)
6 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host
Thank you to the staff of the place and thank you Steve for introducing me. I enjoyed so much being one of them for one month. It was a pleasure to support their teams and to teach them English. What an enriching exchange :) Mui Ne will be forever in my heart ! I hope I will see you soon !!
14 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
a truly enriching experience!
it's been a pleasure and privilege to work with and alongside the resort family during 2 months.
PR, guest relationship in english, german, french, italian, as well as language teaching and more have
been fascinating, important assignments - thank you all for the confidence and trust placed in me.
you're a great… read more
it's been a pleasure and privilege to work with and alongside the resort family during 2 months.
PR, guest relationship in english, german, french, italian, as well as language teaching and more have
been fascinating, important assignments - thank you all for the confidence and trust placed in me.
you're a great… read more
13 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (VISHAL) for host
My name is Vishal Rathod from Nashik India and this was my first volunteer experience in Vietnam. I was there for about two months. Mr. Steve and all of the staff were so kind and helpful. The resort is 4-star and stunningly beautiful by the Ocean. Oh, and the food was amazing . And the rooms and the property with all the pools were like heaven on… read more
24 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sammyj64)
Samantha and Ruby were extremely friendly and flexible. When we could not accept them on the dates they requested they moved to other dates that would work for us. Being from London, they made great English instructors and got along very well with all the staff. I would highly recommend them to any host looking for help from two very affable yet… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Inga & Ekaterina) for host
It was the first workaway experience for Kate and me, and it was absolutely amazing, even though it was heavily effected by covid19 consequences. We started volunteering in March (2020) exactly when the whole thing unfolded and sadly were not able to help with tourists as much as we wanted, since they simply stopped coming. We had plenty of other… read more
9 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Dmitriy & Alina) for host
Finally i m writing the feedback! I was a volunteer at the resort 16 days in January (by the way it was my first experience). And i want to thank every employee - you were so nice and kind!
Steve, manager and coordinator of volunteers, on second day of my staying invited our team in restaurant and club, we had little party together!)
I'm really… read more
Steve, manager and coordinator of volunteers, on second day of my staying invited our team in restaurant and club, we had little party together!)
I'm really… read more
24 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Karina & Martin) for host
We really enjoyed our three weeks stay in this place. All members of staff were friendly and kind. Some of them didn't speak English fluently, however, we always found a way to communicate! We were helping with social media and in the restaurant, too. We stayed there during Tet, which was pretty awesome! We think that we might be coming soon again.
23 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (April & David) for host
The main appeal of this Workaway experience is the cultural exchange on offer to those who wish to take part. We greatly appreciated Steve and team's hospitality and were super comfortable living in the on site accommodation. We would recommend this particular Workaway for couples or friends travelling together, as the relatively remote location… read more
23 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jorge) for host
It was an amazing experience in this Resort. It was my first time in workaway and i feel lucky to start in this resort. Everyone in the staff was really friendly and nice all the time, really helpfull.
My duties was help them improving in their position in google, play volley with the clients in the beach and help in the restaurant with english… read more
My duties was help them improving in their position in google, play volley with the clients in the beach and help in the restaurant with english… read more
23 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
I greatly enjoyed my time here, so much that I extended my visa by a month and was very sad to leave after almost 7 weeks. I helped with English at reception and in the restaurant and took photos for social media. The host, Steve is fantastic. He is very helpful, supportive, generous, open and takes great care of the workawayers. The staff members… read more
6 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host
I spent two months working at the Resort, helping local Vietnamese staff in their duties at a beachside restaurant within a large, popular beach resort; greeting, serving and socialising with guests ensuring they are having a great stay. In the afternoon I assisted with table set up for large parties and any general restaurant duties required,… read more
29 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tatiana) for host
Workawaying in Mui Ne was a great experience! If you are looking for a place by the beach to relax and get away from the busy life, that’s a place where you should go and volunteer.
Accommodation: I was sharing one of resort’s room with another WorkAwayer. We had our own spacious bathroom and AC(!). Resort is a great place if you are looking for… read more
Accommodation: I was sharing one of resort’s room with another WorkAwayer. We had our own spacious bathroom and AC(!). Resort is a great place if you are looking for… read more
25 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Yerkebulan)
Yerkebulan was very focused on his duties and he did them with relish. All of the staff really enjoyed communicating with him. We had an initial confusion/misunderstanding about accommodations at the beginning, but the problem was solved immediately. I highly recommend Yerkebulan (Or Ben as he calls himself for people who can't remember his name)… read more
(Excellent)
20 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Yerkebulan) for host
This experience was one of the best I have ever had. I was in charge of teaching English and Russian to the restaurant staff 5 days a week, leading yoga, social media, volleyball, and taking care of restaurnat guests. One of my great experieences here- I reached over 5000 instagram followers, who were about1700ish when I started my workaway. I… read more
9 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Andres) for host
My experience in the resort was very good. Steve is the perfect host and makes your stay very comfortable. I was going to stay for one month but I had to leave after two weeks because there was not much work for us. I organized the sports events like beachvolleyball, managed the social media visibility of the resort and took care of the… read more
11 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
Claudia and Bob were both extremely helpful and willing to do whatever was necessary to make the resort experience better for all of our guests. Bob was a great English instructor and the staff really liked him. Claudia was a great help to our sales manager and she worked diligently to keep our social media program going strong.
Both of them… read more
Both of them… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
It was great to meet the all staff at the resort and Steve was a lot of fun to get to know, such a fun and open minded person, and very generous.
Trung, the manager at the reception was extremely helpful too and made sure we had a comfortable stay. My partner was in charge of teaching English to the staff twice a day which he thoroughly enjoyed… read more
Trung, the manager at the reception was extremely helpful too and made sure we had a comfortable stay. My partner was in charge of teaching English to the staff twice a day which he thoroughly enjoyed… read more
5 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ievgen & Valeriia) for host
The stay here was truly an amazing experience. Steve is an open-minded and adventurous person so you will have lots of stories to hear from him.
While staying for a bit more than one month and a half we were provided a private room normally used for guests’ accommodation with a king-size bed and private bathroom. Each day we got three delicious… read more
While staying for a bit more than one month and a half we were provided a private room normally used for guests’ accommodation with a king-size bed and private bathroom. Each day we got three delicious… read more
25 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mollyanne22)
Molly, Thank you for volunteering with us. I really like the murals you painted and I know that the staff enjoyed your English lessons. I hope that your future workaway stays are equally as good.
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mollyanne22) for host
Coming to the end of my exchange of 3 weeks, the goodbyes are hard to do. This is easy to say an "EXCELLENT" work exchange, one of the best I've done. The work was enjoyable - painting their bungalows and helping with english. The staff became friends, the meals became new favorites, and relaxing at the beach became routinely .
I feel so grateful… read more
I feel so grateful… read more
23 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Dara) for host
I stayed at the resort a little short of a month and I swear I didn't want to leave. During your time here you will be teaching English to the staff who quickly become your friends. They are eager to learn and you are free to be as creative as you possibly can! You will also assist with the social media, and the language barrier with the guest.… read more
5 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Dakota) for host
We were with Steve and his staff for one month and a half. Our experience was absolutely phenomenal. From the first day Steve was extremely accommodating. He took us to dinner on our first night easing all of our tensions and anxiety about our first workaway experience.
Accommodation: They gave us a room on the resort with a king size bed and… read more
Accommodation: They gave us a room on the resort with a king size bed and… read more
